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I would inevitably quit with a gust of relief that only lasted until the next job began. It became clear that I was the common denominator and I wanted to know why.

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Check out these classics, from “Elf” to “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

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My mom and dad were not the greatest parents, yet I'd harbored high hopes for them as grandparents.

  • Amy Klein
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Like most of us, I was over buying clutter for the seasonal toy high. Traveling instead? Yes, please.

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Join us at 11 a.m. to talk all things parenting.

These parents have four children. One of them causes all the problems.

It was the opportunity to help my son identify a feeling (regret) and do something courageous: apologize.

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“How many more minutes until our bodies stop working?” he asked, growing desperate. I had rehearsed this moment in my mind many times, but my words fell flat.

  • Candida Gazoli
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For busy moms who are struggling to meet everyone else's needs, an afternoon or weekend away can help refill their cup.

  • Erin Silver
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I had nightmares of the flight attendants chucking Milo into the aisle-cart garbage bag with the pretzels and Fresca cans. Still do, actually.

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Adoptions can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to upward of $30,000.

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A powerful automobile driven on the right stretch of road brings a taste of freedom and excitement.

  • Logan Ward
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One thing that I can always convey is that my patients and their parents often do more for me than I do for them.

  • Shazia Memon
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A parent isn’t sure how to deal with an 11-year-old son’s “challenging temperament.”

Disney’s newest adventure has lovable characters and memorable music.

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These books will help your child understand the spirit of the season.

  • Mia Geiger
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It's not just the Oval Office. I need to show her women are at the top already in other careers.

  • Kristen M. Ploetz
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Making an elaborate dish out of members of the Cucurbitaceae family seemed like the way to show her that her decisions don't make me sad at all.

  • Eliza McGraw
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No one is getting out unscathed, but parents can help kids minimize social drama as they navigate middle school. Here are five strategies that will help.

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I want to spare my daughter the heartbreak of a friend who needs space, but even more than that, I want to spare her the stereotype of being a victim of yet another so-called mean girl.

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